1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1953 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. 1993 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1953 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | Virage | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1050 mm |
